Thursday, October 9, 2025

Minersville Police Department and 8-Year-Old Aaliyah Partner for Christmas Fundraiser



Once again, the Minersville Police Department is teaming up with a special young community member, 8-year-old Aaliyah of Minersville, to make a difference this holiday season.

PennDOT Schedules Pothole Patching Projects Across Schuylkill County



Motorists traveling through several areas of Schuylkill County next week should be prepared for daytime lane restrictions as PennDOT maintenance forces conduct pothole patching work on multiple state routes.

Saint Clair Man Accused of Threatening to Kill Neighbor’s Dogs



A Saint Clair man is facing multiple charges after police responded to a heated neighbor dispute that escalated into threats, property damage, and public disturbances earlier this month.

Girardville Man Facing Multiple Drug-Related Charges Following Probation Check

A Girardville man is facing a long list of drug-related charges after authorities say suspected methamphetamine and numerous items of drug paraphernalia were discovered during a probation check last month.

Volunteer Firefighters Visit Shenandoah Valley Elementary for Fire Prevention Week

As part of Fire Prevention Week local firemen and women made a visit to the Shenandoah Valley Elementary School on Wednesday where students from Pre-K to sixth grade were shown a film and given a presentation by firemen that dealt with safety measures should their homes be threatened by fire. 

Hillside SPCA Extends Intake Hold Amid Parvovirus Concerns



The Hillside SPCA announced that its temporary intake hold on new animals will now remain in effect indefinitely as the shelter continues to battle an outbreak of parvovirus.

Shenandoah Officials Release First Investigative Report Detailing $241K in Borough Financial Irregularities



SHENANDOAH – The Borough of Shenandoah has released the first of several investigative reports they say found widespread financial irregularities during the tenure of former Borough Manager Anthony Sajone.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 9th, 2025

                                                                                                                                              

Skook News Obituaries:  October 9th, 2025

Tri-County Youth Football League Scores - Week 7

            

Tri-County Youth Football League Scores - Week 7

The following are the Tri-County Youth Football scores for Week7 of the 2025 season.

Man Head-Butted Blind Victim, Resisted Arrest at Pottsville Motor Inn



A Berks County man is facing multiple charges after allegedly assaulting a blind Pottsville resident during an incident Wednesday morning at the Pottsville Motor Inn.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Ringtown Man Charged After Assaulting Relatives, Crashing Stolen Work Truck



A Ringtown man is facing multiple charges after allegedly assaulting family members, stealing a work truck, and causing a disturbance in Union Township on Tuesday morning.

Mrs. T’s Pierogies Celebrates 17th Annual Pierogy Day in Shenandoah



On Wednesday morning, the heart of Shenandoah was filled with pride and tradition as Mrs. T’s Pierogies hosted its 17th annual Pierogy Day celebration. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 8th, 2025

                                                                                                                                             

Skook News Obituaries:  October 8th, 2025

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule - Week 8

          

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule - Week 8

The Week 8 Schedule for the Schuylkill County High School Football season.

Frackville Man Arraigned on Murder Charges in Wife’s Shooting Death



A Frackville man accused of fatally shooting his wife earlier has been formally arraigned on multiple charges, including first-degree murder.